Keeping baby germ-free in the Kansas City area
New mothers increasingly shield newborns from germs amid rising infant illnesses and cautious medical guidance. Pediatricians say balance is key, with no hard rules about leaving home, yet strict early months avoidance of crowded public spaces.
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Lenexa
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Cyrena
Colgan
Marvin Bordy
Joseph Greensher
American Academy of Pediatrics
Academy
Mary Anne Jackson
Children’s Mercy Hospital
Kansas City
Barbara Lundberg
Overland Park
Jesus
Mary Matteder
Brian
Laura Child
Olathe
Courtney
Steps to keeping baby healthy in early infancy
Practical measures to reduce illness in newborns include up-to-date immunizations, frequent hand washing with warm soapy water, avoiding crowded places and young children who may carry infections, asking sick visitors to postpone contact, maintaining a smoke-free clean environment, and the benefits of breastfeeding for immunity.
When Couples Drift Apart Over Wanting Children
Jenna a 28 year old publicist and Kent a 30 year old biologist confront a gap in desire for children. He is reserved and distant while she longs for a family leading to friction. Therapy tips encourage honest lists of admired traits and open discussion to rebuild intimacy and connection.
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Jenna
Kent
Max
Ken
Aame
Jerma
Dear Abby readers ponder kissing eyes and elopement notes
A letter from Dear Abby covers a range of etiquette questions. A couple discusses kissing with eyes open and the partner’s discomfort. Advice suggests closing eyes to avoid hurt feelings. Readers are also guided on responding to elopement announcements and a reader’s mistaken gift misprint.
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Abby
Brbe
Brde
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Stephanie Colgen
Baby No. 1
Royals
Lisa Ragan
Connor
Annette Hilvitz
Olathe, Kan
Julian
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The
Knight Rider
Unti
Jane Greer
New York City
Ladies’ Home Journal Magazine
Minneapolis
Manage
Jenny
Wilford A. Peterson
P.O. Box
Los Angeles
Calif
Abigail 'van Buren
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